By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant For most people, extremely hot weather is a bit of a nuisance and fodder for light conversation. For elderly people,
Features
Hidden Problem: Mental Health Problems Among Seniors
Mental issues affecting senior population are largely overlooked By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant More than 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older experience mental
Alzheimer’s Vs. Dementia: What’s the Difference?
By Jim Miller Many people use the words “Alzheimer’s disease” and “dementia” interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. In fact, you can
Geriatric Syndromes Require Special Care
As we age, we become more likely to develop several co-occurring health problems that feed each other. These are called ‘geriatric syndromes’ By Deborah
Biking in Syracuse
Cycle in the City promotes monthly bike rides around Syracuse. Public is invited to join remaining events By Mary Beth Roach It’s about 8:45
Timothy Damron, M.D.
Upstate orthopedist talks about same-day total knee replacement By Chris Motola Q: You’re offering same-day knee replacement surgery. How does that work? A: That’s
Healthy Monday: Syracuse event continues to make an impact
Program encourages people to exercise, eat less meat and practice yoga and meditation, among other things By Maria Pericozzi People view Monday — more
Wellness Wednesdays
Free fitness classes in Clinton Square in Syracuse include yoga, urban bootcamp By Mary Beth Roach Clinton Square in downtown Syracuse is well-known to
‘Uno A La Vez’
Syracuse surgeon leads group that provides free orthopedic services in the Dominican Republic. The group wants to raise more funds to buy additional medical
Swim Safely
One-fifth of those who drown are children aged 14 and younger: CDC By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant About 3,536 people drown accidentally in non-boating related